A masterfully well-carved solid jade figure of a seated man, possibly Lao-Tze. The brownish "skin" of the stone has been skillfully worked into the figure's beard, the work of an especially talented artist who was able to isolate the skin and incorporate it only in the figure's beard. The piece measures 2-1/8" in height and is carved fully in the round, as shown in the photographs. The jade is a uniform celadon green. As with everything I sell, authenticity is unconditionally guaranteed to the p...

A fine pair of old Chinese rugs. The first one with brown and blue design on white background, is decorated with floral and geometric designs, the latter including Buddhist symbols (Svastika and Eternal Knot). The rug is made of wool. Dimensions: 125 X 65 cm. China, early 20th century. Old restorations otherwise good condition. The second one is slightly bigger, with beige, red and blue designs on brown background. It is decorated with floral and geometric designs and some Buddhist motive (off...

Refined simplicity, soft glaze and distinctive crackle patterns - what a beauty! Perfect Hagi Chawan by one of the best Hagi artists in history - the 10th Saka Koraizaemon (1890–1958). The Japanese Emperor and the loyal families officially ordered his works regularly.

In addition, he was recognized as the human treasure with valuable technique (the old system of Japanese Human National Treasure) from the Japanese government.

The tea bowl comes in great antique conditio...

Very Rare Stencil Kappazuri Print, Yoshitoshi Mori. Dated 1957 Rare stencil Kappazuri print, with kimono-design depicting the Osume festival in colours on thin rice paper. Signed: Yoshitoshi Mori. Dated 1957 in yellow crayon. Possible an artist's proof or unique design. Japan, Showa, 1957. The piece derives directly from the liquidated estate of Mori’s (2008). Sheet H 25 cm, W 31 cm. Condition: Excellent (no margins, fine dense colours). ******** MORI Yoshitoshi (1898-1992) was born in To...

Rare Song dynasty Guan type large vase with molded flower motif, good condition with part of the rim has been restored please see picture for detail, size: 26.5 cm height.

Rare Song dynasty longquan celadon mallet vase with phoenix head ears motif, good condition with restoration at the top part still a very good for museum collection private collection since this type of vase always have high value, size: 18.5 cm height.

Vintage red bride’s wedding jacket with embroidered auspicious symbols (phoenix, dragon, and mandarin ducks). This would date to 1970/1980. Here are a few pulled gold embroidery threads so care needs to be taken. It is fastened with a metal zipper. The Dimensions are -shoulder width: 37 cm/14.5in, mid width: 40cm/15.8in, bottom width 47cm/18.5in, and front length (top of shoulder to bottom): 57cm/22.5in.

A stunning Tea bowl by veteran Kyoto potter Suide Masaru enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Hakuto-ren Chawan. It is 11 cm (4-1/4 inches) diameter, 8.5 cm (3-1/2 inches) tall and in excellent condition.
Suide Masaharu was born in Kyoto in 1947 and learned the plastic arts under the tutelage of his uncle Kato Eiho in before completing studies at the Kyoto Municipal Ceramics Research Facility. He opened his own private kiln in 1977 specializing in Kiyomize ware and has a lo...

Black lacquered wood (roiro) decorated with stylized flowers and tendrils in flat lacquered gold powder (hiramaki-e). The metal elements are in mercury-gilded copper. Japan, early Edo period, 17th century. An identical jug is kept at the Suntory Museum in Tokyo. The curator attributes it to the Momoyama period around 1600. In excellent condition considering 4 centuries of existence. A shock on the edge of the base. Missing a gilded copper element. Height: 20cm Width with spout: 29cm

Tray supported by 4 feet. Lacquered wood with a Nashiji (aventurine) background, the Takamaki-e (embossed lacquer) gold powder decoration has some details in silver powder, it represents a flowery and wooded garden. The inlays are in mother-of-pearl, bone and coral. Details in gold and silver kirikane (mosaic).The pistils of the flowers are in solid gold which is a guarantee of the optimal quality of this lacquer. The upper edge is reinforced with tin as it should be. This style of rich decorati...

Japanese Taisho to Showa period bulbous form Satsuma vase decorated in polychrome enamel and gilt highlights with flowering branches draping from the top set against a creamy white Satsuma earthenware background with splashes of gold. A dense floral collar encircles the neck below an everted, flattened mouth covered in gilt. The base holds a "Taniguchi" mark. Dates circa 1920s to 1930s. 6 1/4" high x about 6 3/4" diameter. Very good overall condition. From a Tucson, Arizona collection.

Gilded copper censer. Tibet 19th century or before. Small jar,perhaps a censer, in embossed copper applied with bronze motifs in relief, held by rivets. The base part is decorated with a band of palms and the upper part with Swastika. These two bands are cold gilded with gold powder which is firmly held probably by lacquer. The patina is excellent and guarantees a very old piece. Probably Tibet, 19th century or before. A specialist will certainly be able to date this object precisely. Height:...

A mischievous squirrel ravishing a grapevine decorates this beautifully rendered dish by Takegoshi Taizen enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Iro-e Budo ni Risu-zu Kazari-zara (Decorative Platter with Squirrel on Grape Vine). It is 31.5 cm (12-1/2 inches) diameter, 6.5 cm (2-1/2 inches) tall and in e3xcellent condition.
Yoshiyuki Takegoshi, the Third Generation Taizan (1919–1984), was born on December 1, 1919, as the second son of Takegoshi Yasuyuki (the first-generation ...

1900's Chinese Incised Celadon Porcelain Tripod Incense Burner

It is 6.1 inches (15.5 cm) tall by 11 inches (27.85 cm) wide. It is 6.2 Lb.

It has dark spots, chips to the glaze, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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Meiji (1868-1912) Japanese Makie Lacquer Wood Carved Samurai Figurine Box with Sake Cup

It is 3.6 inches (9.1 cm) tall by 3.3 inches (8.5 cm) wide. It weighs 89.3 gram.

It has rubbing of gold, peeling of lacquer and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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1930's Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Immortal Shou Lao God Of Longevity Marked

It is 16 inches (40.6 cm) tall by 6.5 inches (16.5 cm) wide. It is 4.6 Lb.

It has rubbing paint, dark spots, skip glaze, missing head of the staff, a chip at the leaf, a hairline crack at the bottom and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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17th Century Chinese Gilt Lacquered Wood Head of Kwan Yin Buddha

It is 7 inches (17.8 cm) tall by 4.9 inches (12.5 cm) wide. It is 2.2 Lb.

It has chips, hairline cracks, peeling of lacquer, surface wear and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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Japanese Kutani Porcelain Sleeping Cat Neko

It is 5.4 inches (13.7 cm) tall by 11.93 inches (30.3 cm) wide. It is 5.9 Lb.

It has skip glazes, minor rubbing paint, stains, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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